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Favorite food spots in Houston, TX🍽️
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items If you ever find yourself in Houston, TX, these are just some of the best food spots you must try! From Mexican food to brunch spots, Asian cuisine and steakhouses, this list is filled with top tier restaurants you just have to try.
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Located in the heart of East Downtown, El Charro Mexican Bar & Grill provides you with authentic mexican food. My favorite dish is the Nachos Supreme they are super cheesy and the portion of meat is perfect. The prices are very affordable and the...
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Hands down, the best Hibachi in Houston. Super flavorful and their yum-yum sauce is to die for. Although I usually get it to-go, they have an outdoor seating area.
H-Town Hibachi (@htownhibachi)
If you are looking for a very nice date night, this vintage bakery converted to an upscale steakhouse is the way to go. Reservations are required. 10/10 no notes.
B&B Butchers
If you have yet to try out El Salvador’s pupusas, then you have no idea what you’re missing out on. El Papaturro is my favorite Salvadorian restaurant. They have the best pupusas in my opinion, but they also serve other authentic Salvadorian dishes.
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This is one of my favorites soul food spots. I absolutely love love loveeeee the smothered turkey wings.
Jordyn's Soul Cafe
My favorite pizza spot hands down!!! They have an amazing lunch menu. You can get a one topping 14inch pizza slice COOKED TO ORDER for $5!!! Their pizza is always fresh, and they have amazing calzones. They have a plethora of topping options. 10/10 c...
Pizza Love
Although this is isn’t quite exactly a restaurant, it is a cool spot to definitely check out. The coffee spot located inside has the best matcha lattes I’ve ever tried. You can also grab a bite to eat, shop around the vintage shops, and even get a ta...
Ironworks
My favorite brunch spot!! They have bottomless mimosas starting at $34. I absolutely love the french toast.
Medium Rare
My favorite spot for chinese take out. An authentic taste to every dish, and super affordable prices.
Nee Hao Chinese Restaurant - Asian Cuisine in Houston, TX
My absolutely favorite spot when I’m having a sweet tooth. The tres leches, red velvet, and carrot cakes are my FAVORITE. Don’t get me started on the cheesecake, it is to die for. 1000/10
Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe
This is my favorite spot for Ramen. They also have the bestttt deep fried Gyoza dumplings and matcha pudding!!!
Kyuramen- Houston